Building first best woodenboat, which one?

[sailcanoefan]

There are many woodenboat plans available. I'm now sailing a canoe and having fun with.
Sailing is really my way.

As retired I would like to start building my own, like many of you folks did or are doing right now.
I'm looking to purchase plans for my dream boat and wish to make no mistake in the choice. I'm asking help from those skilled builders.

My needs;

Very stable, so I don't get wet.
Able to sail in F5 winds (reefed of course)
Sailing beautifully.
Room enough for 3 people (4 is better).
Able to carry camping gear, food, and all items for a week.
Should be around 18 ft to 22 ft.
Either plywood, lapstrakes or smooth planking.
Weight: I have a Saturn 4 cylinders car.

Epoxy finishing is ok with me since i've been working 1 year in a cedar canoe shop.

I'm skilled enough to read plans, work with hand and power tools.

I was thinking to Coquina, but it seems to be just to small for me, but it's a beautiful boat.
Anything else similar to Coquina and according to my specifications? May start project late this fall.

Thanks to everyone for tips

[David G]

So, you want an open boat? How about one of Ian Oughtred's larger boats?

[phiil]

Caledonia yawl, (Oughtred) or Welsford's Pathfinder (or Navigator). Core Sound 17 (or 20). I have just returned from the Small Reach Regatta, where I sailed in company with all of the above. Any of the three will fill your wish list. My preference is for the Caledonia Yawl. I plan on starting one this winter.

[ccolton]

I am partial to Paul Gartside's designs and his design 164 Spartan II here: http://gartsideboats.myshopify.com/collections/sailboats/products/19-ft-centerboard-sloop-spartan-ii-design-164 may fit your needs. Another advantage of buying plans from Paul is that he is knowledgeable and willing to talk to beginners! Very nice guy.

Chris

[trango]

Another advantage of buying plans from Paul is that he is knowledgeable and willing to talk to beginners! Very nice guy.


I second that, Mr. Gartside is very helpful!


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[sailcanoefan]

Thank you for your good help. I will have a look to all models.

Thanks again

RL

[darroch]

I built Don Kurylko's Alaska with very little woodworking experience so I could recommend it for you, but you need something bigger if you want three or four people to go sailing with you. Single-handing she seems huge and very comfortable for two.

[TerryLL]

You can't go wrong with either an Oughtred or a Welsford.